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If you’re looking for news about orthodontics or helpful resources to help you care for your smile with Invisalign or braces, you’ve found the perfect place! Welcome to the Wilson & Hendrickson Orthodontics blog.

Helpful Orthodontic Resources From Our Award-Winning Orthodontists

At Wilson & Hendrickson Orthodontics, we understand that patients have many questions about the treatment process. We’re here to help, whether you’re a current patient or considering orthodontic treatment for you or your children in Topeka, KS, and surrounding areas.

Our orthodontists are happy to provide general oral health advice and orthodontic tips to help you on the path to a beautiful smile.

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New Adventures Ahead for Dr. Scott Hamilton

Celebrating Dr. Scott Hamilton’s Legacy After almost 38 years in practice, Dr. Scott Hamilton will retire this December. We’re thrilled for him as he starts this new chapter filled with family and outdoor adventure! Dr. Hamilton’s Career Before we look ahead to scuba diving, we’d like to share a little bit about Dr. Hamilton’s career. “Dr. Scott” grew up here…
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October 23, 2023
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DIY Braces: 5 Ways the Effects Aren’t Safe for Your Smile

TikTok and other social media platforms are great for some things but not so great for others. Sure, you can find some delicious recipes, the latest dance moves, and some hilarious commentary, but you can also find harmful things like do-it-yourself braces.  DIY braces aren’t new, but they’ve gained momentum thanks to social media. Kids purchase “kits” from Amazon and…
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September 28, 2023
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Adult Orthodontics: Create a Beautiful Smile at Any Age

Braces for adults? Surely, that’s not a thing, right? Braces are usually worn by teenagers. After that, it’s too late…right? Wrong!  Orthodontics for adults is growing in popularity as more people realize they can create the smile they’ve always wanted at any age.  More than a quarter of our Topeka, KS, orthodontics patients at Wilson & Hendrickson Orthodontics are adults.…
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August 31, 2023
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Can Invisalign Fix Gaps in Your Teeth? Yes, and More!

Your smile is your best first impression, and tooth gaps can make you feel self-conscious about your smile. We want you to be proud of your smile, which is why we offer clear and metal braces for gap teeth. But did you know that Invisalign can fix gap teeth as well? In many cases, it can! Wilson & Hendrickson Orthodontics…
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July 26, 2023
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10 Great Foods to Eat With Braces and What to Avoid

Are you excited to get your braces? It can certainly be an exciting time, knowing you’re well on your way to the smile you’ve always wanted. The success of your braces treatment, whether it’s with metal braces or clear braces, depends as much on you as it does on us. There are things you must do, such as regular brushing…
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June 27, 2023

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